1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cortina | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
